Area Sales Manager

Solv-X Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Solv-X Ltd, a leading supplier of Personal and Home accessories to UK retailers, is looking for an area manager to service retail stores and build strong customer relationships.

You will report to the regional manager, maximise sales in your area and drive proactive, high‑quality engagement with independent retailers. A proven FMCG field sales background and excellent communication and presentation skills are essential.

Qualifications

• FMCG field sales experience with a proven record in selling to independent retailers.
• Proactive and highly motivated with excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Service retail stores and build strong relationships with customers.
• Report to regional manager and maximise sales in your area.

Skills

Driving License

B2B Sales Experience

Sales Skills

Professionalism

Job description

Solv-X are a leading non-food supply specialist of everyday Personal and Home accessories to the retail market with over 8000 customers in the UK and Ireland. Established in 1994, we source products globally direct from factories as well as being a distribution partner for leading brands such as FIFO, Edge, BIC, Bob Martin, Favour, Pretty Legs, Little Tree, Murphy & Barrett candles and Object.

The Role

We are looking to recruit an area manager who will service retail stores and build strong relationships with customers.

The successful candidate will report to their regional manager and assume responsibility for maximising sales in their own area.

Experience

The successful applicants ideally will posses recent FMCG field sales experience with a proven record in selling to independent retailers. They will need to be proactive and highly motivated with excellent communication and presentation skills.

Skills Required

• Full UK driving License
• Min 1-2 years B2B sales or retail management experience essential
• Able to demonstrate best practice sales skills
• Professional manner and ‘can-do’ attitude